If you’re anything like me, you might be starting to panic a little. While I love a few spare minutes to myself while my kiddo zones out on Netflix Kids or plays some games on ABC Mouse, I try to limit those times for when Mommy needs a freaking shower, or when I’m making breakfast/ lunch/dinner/ cleaning. What about the other 8-10 hours left in my day?

When I freak out, I like to formulate plans. Plans help me relax. So, while my husband and kiddo are sleeping, this momma has taken to the internet to Google myself into a happy summer, filled with activities I can try at home. Now I am sharing my bounty with you…you’re welcome!

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I am all about that nontoxic, natural life and I did not want to use bleach like chemicals to clean my house. So I went on another mission to find a clean, nontoxic disinfecting alternative as effective as bleach. Enter: Force of Nature.

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I have finally found the best nontoxic brand to clean my home: Branch Basics. Here is why I like it:

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Staying hydrated is so important for overall health, vitality, and luminous, radiant skin. So needless to say, reusable water bottles are a definite must have for teachers in the classroom or for anyone really. Here are some of our favorite chicest water bottles:

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In times of crisis this family turns to carbs. Lots and lots of carbs. I have never made bread, thought about making bread, had the desire to make bread. Up until recently, I had not really even been eating bread…or gluten for that matter.

Continue reading to learn about my journey cultivating my first sourdough starter.

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During this crazy time we are living in, we decided pretty early on that we wanted - no, what we needed - our students to do was to be writing daily while at home. We wanted them to record their thoughts, feelings, and experiences while sheltering in place. We aren’t alone. Our favorite teacher/ author, Kelly Gallagher also is having his students writing from home.

We knew that we wanted to create something that students could look back on for years to come and that reflected their unique perspectives and interests. We wanted to create a journal that we could share remotely that focused on student centered reflections of this unprecedented time period.

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I recently read a beautiful opinion piece written by Mitch Album: In coronavirus crisis, our humanity saves us. In the article, he implores us to rise up, to not become the worst versions of ourselves, our neighbors, or our leaders. Instead, he states that we all need to feel a little grateful. “Feeling gratitude during a crisis is the beginning of resetting your compass.”

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Well, I have had a lot of time on my hands lately, and I went down the rabbit hole of cleaning tips and tricks during a pandemic and this is what I learned:

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I don’t know if anyone, aside from the crazy toilet paper hoarders, was quite prepared for this pandemic, but we definitely were more prepared than many. So, If you like being prepared and want to know how we are weathering the pandemic sheltering in place, read below for my pandemic survival guide. Readers, please take note, I get through stressful situations by joking and not taking myself too seriously. If you are looking for a serious read, this may not be for you. If you are looking for a light read, with some funny advice, read on dear teachers.

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These all natural supplements will keep your immune system running in tip top shape all year long. Here are some of our tried and true tips and tricks to stay healthy and have a strong immune system.

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Here is a list of clean beauty foundations that not only make your skin appear flawless and last all day, but most importantly keep you healthy and are actually good for your skin.

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Here are our top recipe picks for quick and healthy dinners on a school night:

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